Green Central Elementary School

3416 4th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Green Central Elementary School's student population of 594 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Bilingual students leading the way for a more equitable future.

School Rankings

Green Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Central Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1329 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
36%
46%
32%
51%
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
66%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
28%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Minneapolis Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Green Central Elementary School's ranking?
Green Central Elementary School is ranked #1329 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Green Central Elementary School often compared to?
Green Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sullivan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Green Central Elementary School?
594 students attend Green Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Green Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Central Elementary School?
Green Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Green Central Elementary School offer ?
Green Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Central Elementary School part of?
Green Central Elementary School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Green Central Elementary School located?
Green Central Elementary School is located in the Central neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Central.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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